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LAist Studios presents Imperfect Paradise: Nury & The Secret Tapes: Part 1 Sep 27, 2023

We take you behind the scenes of the L.A. City Council tape scandal, a year later. The secret recordings of the conversation among four of the city’s most powerful Latino leaders making racist, derogatory insults – exposed thorny, unresolved issues of race and politics. Host Antonia Cereijido explores those issues and speaks with the people who were most affected by the tapes, includingformer councilman Mike Bonin. And for the first time since resigning, former L.A. City Council President Nury Martinez breaks her silence.

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Introducing Imperfect Paradise: Nury & The Secret Tapes from LAist Studios Sep 20, 2023

“Imperfect Paradise: Nury & The Secret Tapes” tells the story of the biggest political scandal in recent Los Angeles history. A secret recording leaked online in 2022 exposed then-LA City Council President Nury Martinez making racist and derogatory remarks. A year after the scandal and her resignation, Nury breaks her silence in an exclusive interview with LAist.

From LAist Studios, “Imperfect Paradise: Nury & The Secret Tapes,” coming September 27, 2023.

From LAist Studios: Imperfect Paradise Returning Sept. 27, 2023 Aug 22, 2023

We are excited to announce LAist Studios' award-winning narrative podcast "Imperfect Paradise" relaunches in September as a weekly show with Antonia Cereijido as our host! Be sure to follow and subscribe to "Imperfect Paradise" wherever you get your podcasts.

From LAist Studios: "Imperfect Paradise", new weekly episodes coming September 27th.

LA Made: The Barbie Tapes: When Girls--And Barbie--Could Do Anything Jul 21, 2023

In this episode, Ruth and Elliot Handler are gone, and the new Mattel team, led by a man who feared the volatility of the toy business, diversified the company and made a big gamble on electronics. It didn’t work. Fortunately, Barbie ends up in the sure hands of some trailblazing women executives, who could see that the culture was moving in a direction very compatible with Barbie’s persona. From the workforce to the workout, Barbie was a doll of her times.

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From LAist Studios, “LA Made: The Barbie Tapes".

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LA Made: The Barbie Tapes from LAist Studios - Battle of the Bulge Jul 14, 2023

In episode two of LA Made: The Barbie Tapes, for Barbie, the cultural upheaval of the 60s and 70s incites one identity crisis after another as Mattel tries to keep up with the times. On top of that, she has a new boyfriend to deal with. Ken's creation is a big hit for Barbie fans, but he’s facing a few growing pains of his own. In this episode, we investigate Ken's origin story, delve into the inner workings of Mattel, and hear how Barbie's inventor, Ruth Handler, was ousted from her own company.

This podcast is supported by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.

From LAist Studios, “LA Made: The Barbie Tapes".

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Introducing LA Made: The Barbie Tapes from LAist Studios Jul 10, 2023

Season 2 of “LA Made” tells the true story of the making and marketing of the most famous doll in the world, Barbie, told by the people who did it. We’ll hear from Mattel co-founder Ruth Handler, who spent years trying to convince her own company to make a teen aged fashion doll.

From LAist Studios, “LA Made: The Barbie Tapes".

Listen now at https://laist.com/podcasts/la-made

Listener Love Stories Jul 04, 2023

In this special episode (and our season finale!), Erick and Megan hear from listeners about the wildest things they did for love. Plus, love isn't always perfect. We'll also hear listeners breakup stories.

Content Warning: Some Sensitive Subject Matter. Listener Discretion Advised.

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How To Overcome a Toxic Relationship with Damona Hoffman Jun 27, 2023

In this special episode, Erick and Megan interview dating coach and certified love expert Damona Hoffman about how to spot the signs of a toxic relationship, like the one the fictional characters were in during our nine part audio drama. They discuss strategies for pursuing healthy relationships: like how communication and trust play a role and identifying relationship pink flags (yes, there is such a thing)!

For more love tips from Damona, check out her show, The Dates & Mates Podcast.

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The WILD Live Show Jun 20, 2023

In this special live episode of the show, we get real. Erick and Megan are joined on stage at the Crawford Family Forum by actress Gabrielle Ruiz and Into It host Sam Sanders. They discuss the state of the romantic comedy today, share love stories, and play some games. Listen to test your own rom-com trivia knowledge!

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A Lizzo Song Jun 13, 2023

Erick must decide if he’s going to take the leap back into love.

This is part nine of a nine-part serialized rom-com for your ears.

The scenes and characters in this episode are inspired by Erick Galindo's life, but it's a fictional story.

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On The Rocks Jun 06, 2023

Luna takes her shot as Erick must swallow his pride and ask his parents for something he never imagined.

This is part eight of a nine-part serialized rom-com for your ears.

The scenes and characters in this episode are inspired by Erick Galindo's life, but it's a fictional story.

What's the wildest thing you've done for love? Share with us at LAist.com/wildlove. You could be featured on the podcast.

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The Tinder Paradox May 30, 2023

Luna and Erick go to a party in the Hollywood Hills but you won’t believe who is throwing it.

This is part seven of a nine-part serialized rom-com for your ears.

The scenes and characters in this episode are inspired by Erick Galindo's life, but it's a fictional story.

What's the wildest thing you've done for love? Share with us at LAist.com/wildlove. You could be featured on the podcast.

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Backstory May 23, 2023

Erick finally learns the shocking truth about Luna’s dad.

This is part six of a nine-part serialized rom-com for your ears.

The scenes and characters in this episode are inspired by Erick Galindo's life, but it's a fictional story.

What's the wildest thing you've done for love? Share with us at LAist.com/wildlove. You could be featured on the podcast.

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Milwaukee May 16, 2023

Erick and Luna finally arrive in Milwaukee, but time is running out to save their relationship.

This is part five of a nine-part serialized rom-com for your ears.

The scenes and characters in this episode are inspired by Erick Galindo's life, but it's a fictional story.

What's the wildest thing you've done for love? Share with us at LAist.com/wildlove. You could be featured on the podcast.

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Mount Rushmore, Part 2 May 09, 2023

Erick and Luna each have epiphanies at Mount Rushmore ... but they aren't necessarily the good kind.

This is part four of a nine-part serialized rom-com for your ears.

The scenes and characters in this episode are inspired by Erick Galindo's life, but it's a fictional story.

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The Space Needle May 02, 2023

After the biggest fight of their relationship, things get increasingly awkward between Erick and Luna. Especially when they wake up in bed together the morning after the fight.

This is part three of a nine-part serialized rom-com for your ears.

The scenes and characters in this episode are inspired by Erick Galindo's life, but it's a fictional story.

What's the wildest thing you've done for love? Share with us at LAist.com/wildlove. You could be featured on the podcast.

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Mount Rushmore, Part 1 Apr 25, 2023

Erick is excited about a trip to Mt. Rushmore, but he’s upset when one of Luna’s exes crashes the party.

This is part two of a nine-part serialized rom-com for your ears.

The scenes and characters in this episode are inspired by Erick Galindo's life, but it's a fictional story.

What's the wildest thing you've done for love? Share with us at LAist.com/wildlove. You could be featured on the podcast.

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A Southeast L.A. Rom-Com Apr 18, 2023

Erick Galindo tells Megan Tan a fictional story about the wildest thing he did for love. It's inspired by his life. It all goes back to meeting Luna, a woman from Southeast Los Angeles. She could be the one.

This is part one of a nine-part serialized rom-com for your ears.

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WILD Season 2: I Think I'm Falling In Love, Premieres April 18 Apr 11, 2023

It's coming! WILD Season 2 premieres on Tuesday, April 18.

This season is all about the wildest things we do for love. It's a nine-part fiction rom-com for your ears. A couple from Southeast L.A. embarks on a road trip adventure across America. Will their relationship survive the trip? Find out on WILD Season 2: I Think I'm Falling In Love.

Erick Galindo and Megan Tan Announce WILD Season 2: I Think I'm Falling In Love Feb 14, 2023

This season, Erick Galindo is going tell you a fictional love story. It was inspired by his life. It's about a road trip adventure across America. Erick, the woman he loved, and for some reason her mom and her best friend, all in one car. On the road for weeks. He was steeped in love and in one of the most confusing relationships of his life. The kind of love that forces you to confront parts of yourself in a way you never have before. The kind where despite all that you wind up saying to yourself:

I Think I'm Falling In Love.

Coming from LAist Studios, in April 2023.

Episode 10: How Do I Move on? Starring Erick Galindo Aug 16, 2021

As the vaccines arrive, writer Erick Galindo's entire family gets COVID. Except his favorite person, a dog named Blanca, who teaches Erick a valuable lesson about moving on and letting go on a very special TV-style episode of WILD.

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Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.

This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

Episode 9: Is It Safe to Leave? Starring Shan Wallace Aug 09, 2021

Baltimore-born photographer Shan Wallace talks about why we’re not ready for the world to re-open. And how she found new ways to capture the world through her lens.

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This LAist Studios podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp and our listeners get 10% off their first month of online therapy at BetterHelp.com/LAist

Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.

This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

Episode 8: How Do I Cope? Starring: Aida Rodriguez Aug 02, 2021

Aida Rodriguez began her comedy career while living in a car with her two kids and working a full time job on the side. Now she is one of the funniest standup comics on the planet and she learned how to do that as a way of coping with the feeling of despair, something that’s helped her get through the pandemic.

Sponsors include:

FEALS
Become a member and get 50% automatically taken off your first order with free shipping. Feals.com/WILD
Talkspace
Match with a licensed therapist when you go to talkspace.com and get $100 off your first month with the promo code WILD.

This LAist Studios podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp and our listeners get 10% off their first month of online therapy at BetterHelp.com/LAist

Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.

This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

Episode 7: How Do I Love Someone? Starring Megan Tan Jul 26, 2021

We made a rom-com! Falling in love during a pandemic unexpectedly distorts time to an exponential degree. In a fiction meets non-fiction romantic comedy, Megan Tan explains.

The following episode is intended for mature audiences. Listener discretion is advised.

Show sponsors include:

TALKSPACE Match with a licensed therapist when you go to talkspace.com and get $100 off your first month with the promo code WILD.

FEALS Become a member and get 50% automatically taken off your first order with free shipping. Feals.com/WILD

This LAist Studios podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp and our listeners get 10% off their first month of online therapy at BetterHelp.com/LAist

Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.

This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

Episode 6: Do I Have Imposter Syndrome? Starring Linda Yvette Chávez Jul 19, 2021

Linda Yvette Chávez co-created a hit Netflix show called Gentefied and is writing a major motion picture, but none of that helped with her imposter syndrome. But when she had to run a show and direct for the first-time in the middle of the pandemic, she found her voice and is now sharing her best practices for dealing with insecurity in the professional world.

Sponsors include:

FEALS
Become a member and get 50% automatically taken off your first order with free shipping. Feals.com/WILD

This LAist Studios podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp and our listeners get 10% off their first month of online therapy at BetterHelp.com/LAist

Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.

This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

Episode 5: What Should I Do for a Living? Starring Jenny Yang Jul 12, 2021

With the comedy clubs shut down across the country, comedian Jenny Yang reinvents the venue by hosting stand-up in one of her favorite online gaming worlds: Animal Crossing.

Sponsors include:

Match with a licensed therapist when you go to talkspace.com and get $100 off your first month with the promo code WILD.

This LAist Studios podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp and our listeners get 10% off their first month of online therapy at BetterHelp.com/LAist

Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.

This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

Episode 4: Will I Be a Good Kid? Starring Your Children Jul 05, 2021

This is what the pandemic looked like to children of different ages, from different communities and even different countries.

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Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.

This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

Episode 3: Will I Be a Good Father? Starring Chris Garcia Jun 28, 2021

Comedian Chris Garcia didn’t plan on having children. Then he became a dad in the middle of the pandemic, opening his heart in ways he never imagined and helping to heal the loss of his own father.

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Match with a licensed therapist when you go to talkspace.com and get $100 off your first month with the promo code WILD.

This LAist Studios podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp and our listeners get 10% off their first month of online therapy at BetterHelp.com/LAist

Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.

This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

Episode 2: Will I Be a Good Mom? Starring Sarah “La Morena” Palafox Jun 21, 2021

Black Mexican banda music star Sarah “La Morena” Palafox spent her whole life deflecting racism. Then suddenly found herself giving birth to a beautiful Black boy in the middle of a civil rights uprising. That's when she started to fight back.

Sponsors Include:

Match with a licensed therapist when you go to talkspace.com and get $100 off your first month with the promo code WILD.

This LAist Studios podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp and our listeners get 10% off their first month of online therapy at BetterHelp.com/LAist

Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.

This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

Episode 1: What Does It Mean to Be Home? Starring Daisy Figueroa Jun 21, 2021

When the Pandemic chases Daisy Figueroa back to her childhood home, she decides to transform it. In the process, she creates her own business and redefines the standard of living for people in her community.

Sponsors Include:

Match with a licensed therapist when you go to talkspace.com and get $100 off your first month with the promo code WILD.

This LAist Studios podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp and our listeners get 10% off their first month of online therapy at BetterHelp.com/LAist

Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.

This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

Introducing WILD Jun 09, 2021

This is a podcast about origin stories. About those moments big and small that transform people forever. Season 1 of WILD is our origin story. It’s a time capsule of these kinds of moments captured during a global pandemic that left a lot of us growing up again while stuck at home for more than a year.

This LAist Studios podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp and our listeners get 10% off their first month of online therapy at BetterHelp.com/LAist

Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.

This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

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